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Set of Dumbbells
This set of D & M brand - 3/4lb. - wooden dumbbells is a gift to the Maynard Historical Society, in honor of Maynard's Sesquicentennial Anniversary, from Kate Wheeler.
The set was left behind after the clearing of the old Maynard Fowler School gym…
The set was left behind after the clearing of the old Maynard Fowler School gym…
History of the Ninth Regiment
Massachusetts Volunteers
Civil War
Regimental history of the 9th Massachusetts Volunteers from 1861 - 1864.
Removal of the Mission Evangelical Church Bell (aka Curfew Bell)
A series of photographs documenting the removal of the bell from the belfry of the Mission Evangelical Congregational Church. This bell was donated to the then Finnish Congregational Church in 1935 by the Mill, where it was used as a 9pm "curfew…
Index of Major Fires worked by the Maynard Fire Department
1886-07-07 - Flood's Barn, Harriman and Main Streets (via sparks from train)
1893-04-20 - Tucker's Blacksmith Shop
1893-05-05 - Riverside Coop Stores & Hall; Public Library
1893-09-18 - Parmenter Barn and Stable
1894 - Hudson
1894-05-14 - Paper…
1893-04-20 - Tucker's Blacksmith Shop
1893-05-05 - Riverside Coop Stores & Hall; Public Library
1893-09-18 - Parmenter Barn and Stable
1894 - Hudson
1894-05-14 - Paper…
Sid Mason's Airplane - N72025
In early 1946, Gerry A. Bilodeau and his associate Roger A. LaBrecque ordered a new Luscombe (two seater) from Roland Maheux at he Maheux's Airport in Minot, Maine. It was a polished Silvaire, registration NC72025*, a Model 8A "all metal" aircraft…
Nason Street Diner / Maynard Diner
The Nason Street Diner (aka D's Subs, aka Maynard Diner, aka White's Diner, aka Hoffman Diner) was a classic American Diner located at 48 Nason Street from, at least the 1920s until the mid 1980s. (It was also listed as 50 Nason Street)
(Note:…
(Note:…
Painting the Town Clock - 1999
The Maynard Town Clock, located in the Mill, had a major facelift in July 1999. Part of the project was to restore the clock to its original color scheme of white with brick red trim. In the 1940s, during World War II, the red paint was covered…
Hidden History of Maynard
A collection of essays on some of the more unusual and lest known events in Maynard's history.
Maynard
History and Life Outdoors
A collection of essays from Dave Mark that first appeared in his Beacon-Villager column.
History of Cooperatives, Presentation Notes - 2019
Notes from a presentation given by David A. Mark to the Assabet Village Coop at the Maynard Public Library.
Ed Brennan - 1956
A black and white photo of the Dyson Kring Orchestra on March 12, 1956. Ed Brennan is playing the tuba. The photo was taken in Dover, NH Town Hall. It was in honor of Ronald Reagan, who was host of G.E. Theater on television. Reagan was touring the…
Meet The Maynard Family - 2012
David Mark
Copy of a presentation to the Maynard Historical Society by David Mark about the Maynard Family and related subjects.
Spark Chamber Scanning System 2319
Two black and white photos of the Spark Chamber Scanning System 2319.
Edvin Alberi Family Portrait Postcard
A photo postcard showing the family of Edvin and Iria (Fors) Alberi possibly shortly after Edvin enlisted the the National Guard (16-Jan-1941). In addition to Edvin and Iria, the portrait includes their daughter Anna and son Edwin.
Note: Edvin…
Note: Edvin…
Attendees at the Army-Navy "E" Award Presentation - 1943
American Powder Division
see 1999.956 for information on the presentation and award.
l to r
top row: Harold J. Morgan, Rufus F. Burgess, Michael Murray & Fred Jones
l to r
top row: Harold J. Morgan, Rufus F. Burgess, Michael Murray & Fred Jones
Scenes of the Army-Navy "E" Award Presentation - 1943
American Powder Division
see 1999.956 for information on the presentation and award.
Mid-Century Straw Ladies Hat
A black and grosgrain hat popular with women in the 1950s to 1960s. The hat belonged to Mary Mabel Holly (Comeau).
Plan of Marlborough, Mass - 1835
A copy of the Plan of Marlborough, Mass, dated 1835 and developed by William H. Wood. It shows the location of Amory Maynard's sawmill on the brook that is now part of Fort Meadow Lake.